June Is Dystonia Awareness Month

Tuesday will be mostly cloudy with a 50 percent chance of rain, according to the National Weather Service. The high for the day will be 67 degrees and the overnight low will be 53.

The Freehold Township Committee declared June Dystonia Awareness Month. Dystonia is a neurological disorder in which excessive electricity in the brain causes parts of  patient's bodies to painfully spasm, twist and contort uncontrollably, according to the Central Jersey Dystonia Support and Action Group. Some instances of dystonia are confined to a single body part such as the neck, foot, eyelids or vocal cords. Others, who suffer with generalized dystonia, have multiple body parts affected.

The Central Jersey Dystonia Support and Action Group, which meets at CentraState, works to raise awareness for the disorder. The group holds an annual dog walk fundraiser at Turkey Swamp Park. "Dogs for Dystonia... A Dog Walk and so Much More" will take place Sunday, October 9 from noon to 3 p.m. The event will feature demonstrations, games, and contests. Rescue groups will have dogs and cats available for adoption.

Visit the Central Jersey Dystonia Support and Action Group’s Web site for more information.

Dirk and Emily Hemsath’s East Freehold Road home in Freehold Township was one of three locations selected by the Monmouth County Historical Commission for a 2011 Preservation Award. The Hemsaths were recognized for the extensive restoration of their home, which is associated with the Samuel Forman family that was prominent during the Revolutionary War.

The Freehold Regional High School District is preparing its No Child Left Behind application for the 2011-2012 school year and needs community feedback. A survey has been prepared to gather suggestions and feedback.

The Freehold Township Committee will hold a meeting a Town Hall on Tuesday at 8 p.m.

The Freehold Township Board of Education will meet at West Freehold Elementary School at 8 p.m.